Green Tea – Sparrow's Tongue (No. 06) | 125g

To understand what No. 06 is, start with what it demands of the garden: only the days when conditions are exactly right. Only the leaves that meet the size and color standard without exception. Only the wok time and hand pressure that develops aromatic depth without sacrificing the fresh, cool character that defines Sparrow's Tongue at its best. No. 06 is the result of applying that standard without compromise — the highest grade in the ovanyu Sparrow's Tongue range, and the most complete expression of what this tea can be.

The dry leaf is immediately distinctive: a deep, saturated jade green with a uniformity of shape and size that signals exceptional picking precision. The fragrance opens before water is added — a ripe, layered pear sweetness with a floral depth that No. 08 and No. 09 approach but do not fully reach. In the cup, No. 06 delivers everything the series promises, at full volume.

• Peak Pear Fragrance, Maximum Complexity — The most aromatic expression in the Sparrow's Tongue range: a full, ripe pear sweetness with a floral-honeyed depth that develops through multiple steeps rather than diminishing. The fragrance is present in the dry leaf, amplified on first pour, and sustained through the third infusion with notable consistency.
• Deep, Saturated Jade Green — Exceptional Uniformity — The dry leaf of No. 06 sets the visual standard for the series: a deep, consistent green with a flat, tongue-shaped form that is uniform across the entire batch. In a clear vessel, it reads as an object of precision before it reads as tea.
• Warm Green-Gold Liquor, Outstanding Clarity — A brewed cup of warm clarity: deeper in color than No. 08 or No. 09, with a green-gold tone that reflects the fuller extraction of this grade's natural pigments. Clear, luminous, and consistent pour to pour.
• Full Body, Extended Sweetness — The most substantial palate weight in the range — smooth and round with a texture that carries through the finish. The natural sweetness is present from first contact and resolves into a long, clean hui gan that distinguishes a well-made high-grade green tea from its lesser counterparts.
• Top-Grade Picking Standard, Precision Pan-Firing — Only the finest two-leaf-and-bud sets are selected for No. 06 — the most size-consistent and color-uniform leaves in the picking day's harvest. Pan-firing is calibrated to develop the full aromatic profile while preserving the deep green color that is this grade's visual hallmark.

Ingredients
100% single-origin Sparrow's Tongue green tea (Camellia sinensis), pan-fired, China. Top-grade two-leaf-and-bud picking, precision uniform selection. No additives, no blending, no artificial flavoring. Net weight: 125g.

How to Brew — Hot
Water temperature: 167–176°F (75–80°C) — essential for preserving the pear top-note and the clean character of this grade
Leaf ratio: 3g per 150–200ml
Steep time: 45–60 seconds for the first infusion; extend by 15–20 seconds per subsequent steep
Vessel: Clear glass — the jade-green leaf and warm green-gold liquor are worth observing throughout the brew
Yields 3–4 infusions. The fragrance evolves across steeps — fresh pear on the first, deeper floral-honey on the second, clean and mellow on the third.

How to Brew — Cold
Leaf ratio: 5g per 500ml of cold, filtered water
Steep time: 5–8 hours in the refrigerator
Result: The richest cold brew in the Sparrow's Tongue range — full-bodied, fruit-sweet, and deeply clear. The pear character is at its most expressive in cold extraction at this grade. Serve in clear glassware and consume within 24 hours for peak fragrance.

FAQ

Q: How does No. 06 compare to No. 08 and No. 09 in the Sparrow's Tongue range?
A: No. 06 is the highest grade — the most aromatic, the fullest in body, and the most visually uniform of the three. No. 08 is the mid-grade: more depth than No. 09, slightly less intensity than No. 06. No. 09 is the entry point — delicate, clean, and an excellent introduction to the series. If you want the complete Sparrow's Tongue experience without compromise, No. 06 is the answer.

Q: What makes the jade-green color so deep in No. 06?
A: Two factors: picking selectivity and firing precision. No. 06 uses only the most color-uniform leaves from each picking day — leaves at the exact stage of development where chlorophyll concentration is highest. The pan-firing is then calibrated to dry and shape the leaf without the heat exposure that would cause browning or yellowing. The deep green is the direct result of both standards being met simultaneously.

Q: Is No. 06 appropriate as a premium gift?
A: It is the most gift-appropriate tea in the Sparrow's Tongue range — and one of the strongest gift options across the full ovanyu catalog. The visual impact of the jade-green leaf in clear packaging, the distinctive pear fragrance, and the relatively unusual nature of Sparrow's Tongue as a category all contribute to a presentation that feels considered rather than generic.

Q: How many servings does 125g yield?
A: At 3g per session with 3–4 infusions each, 125g provides approximately 40 brewing sessions — generous for personal use or meaningful as a gift that lasts.

Q: How should I store it to preserve the fragrance and color?
A: Airtight container, away from heat, light, and strong odors. At this grade, both the pear fragrance and the jade-green color are sensitive to improper storage. Refrigerate for periods beyond two weeks in a fully sealed container. Allow to return to room temperature before opening — this prevents condensation from forming inside the package, which can dull both color and aroma.

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   Free shipping on orders of $59 or more; a $15 shipping fee applies to orders under $59. Subscription items ship for free.

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